Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS), CARE (single parents), and NextUp/Guardian Scholars (students with foster care experience) Programs at Golden West College are dedicated to the delivery of comprehensive programs that encourage the enrollment, retention, and transfer of students who are challenged by language, social, economic, and/or educational barriers.
EOPS/CARE/NextUp/Guardian Scholars programs are designed to enhance students' success in meeting their educational goals and objectives. As a comprehensive program, EOPS is driven by a philosophy of providing services that are “over and above and in addition to the services available to all students. EOPS strives for innovative and creative ways to enhance and encourage students’ academic success and excellence while fostering the student’s personal growth and development.
The EOPS/CARE/NextUp/Guardian Scholars staff is committed to student success. We take pride in empowering our students to effectively identify and pursue their academic and career goals.











